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Rather than expressing attitudes
of desire or hatred, the great wrathful and semi-wrathful deities,
yidams and guardians of the tantric pantheon, display powerful skillful
means to tame destructive forces and turn them to benefit. It is
recognized that for some beings, stern methods are best suited to
taming angry, gross, or disturbed minds, and are likened to the harsh
scoldings of a parent with a child. The motivation is always intense
compassion and the desire to eliminate suffering.
The ferocious appearance of the deity, such as three, glaring, baleful eyes symbolizing simultaneous omniscience of all times - past, present and future, and the symbolic gestures and implements held in the hands, all represent various strengths and attributes. Flesh, blood and bone are not to be taken literally, but to be recognized as symbolic of the afflictive emotions of stupidity, attachment/aversion, and aggression. The deitiy's true nature is that of perfect peace and serenity and his intent is that of enlightened activity to benefit beings. Please click on any of the thumbnails to view details about each picture. Original Paintings & Museum-Quality Giclee Prints on Canvas Available Catalog of Limited Edition Artist's Prints - 2009 |
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